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What Parents & Students Are Saying

The people at Oxford Learning are very nice. They teach me and help me learn my own way and it is so much easier for me. I like Oxford Learning and I like learning again!
Abbey Age 10

Abbey Age 10

Hi Lorelei, this email is long overdue. As you know we had Sebastian enrolled in Oxford Learning for the last year or so. It all started when his fall report card for Grade 4 came home and his comprehension and writing was a C and his teacher told us that it was on the decline. There was some genuine concern as if he did not improve, by Grade 6 and higher he was in real jeopardy of some definite struggles. My wife and I sat down and looked into all our options. In the beginning I was naive enough to think I could turn this around myself, with extra attention and help. Boy was I wrong! So we decided to enroll him in Oxford Learning. I guess I could go on about his time there, but I think it is easiest to say - the rest is history. By the end of his Grade 4 year and his final report card, his mark was an A! A complete turn around. Well, he is now almost finished Grade 5 and I know he is thriving in all his writing and assignments - he actually sits down and writes 3 - 5 page stories, whereas before we were lucky to get 3-5 lines on a page. He loves putting his creativity and imagination to print and has really shown a complete turnaround.
In summary, I guess what I am trying to say is THANK YOU! You have all been amazing, Sebastian absolutely loved his time at Oxford - he did not see it as extra school work or a chore, he looked forward to going and was bittersweet when he learned he was done. We are very proud of him and extremely thankful for all of you and the AMAZING work that you do.
Simon H

Simon H

I like Oxford Learning because it’s fun! I like learning blends. My teacher, Kelli, helps me learn.
Storme Age 7

Storme Age 7

Oxford Learning teaches me a lot of stuff in language and math. In English, for example, they teach me about conjunctions. In math they help with whatever I’m having trouble with. They teach me things that I’ve never learned before. They even help me with homework and projects when I need it.
Ryan Age 12

Ryan Age 12

Oxford Learning is the best place to learn and have fun because the teachers are very friendly and they help you when you need it. Some of the work is not hard anymore. If you want to try Oxford Learning, it’s a great place to learn.
Keya Age 13

Keya Age 13

A few words from some of our students…
Oxford Learning is the best place to learn and have fun because the teachers are very friendly and they help you when you need it. Some of the work is not hard anymore. If you want to try Oxford Learning, it’s a great place to learn.
Keya Age 13

Keya Age 13

Oxford Learning has helped me with my English work. I never realized it but everything they have been getting me to do has helped with what I am doing in school. Oxford Learning is very fun when you try your hardest!
Jessica Age 13

Jessica Age 13

The people at Oxford Learning are very nice. They teach me and help me learn my own way and it is so much easier for me. I like Oxford Learning and I like learning again!
Abbey Age 10

Abbey Age 10

Dear Lorelei and Shelly and the Oxford Learning Team,
I decided tonight to write you a thank you note for all that you have done for Jessica. I am afraid that the words may not come as easily as I would like them to because I am afraid that words could not express what your help has done to not only jessica but our entire family. I think if I had not made that phone call a year ago we would be facing a completely different path of life four our daughter. One where we have lost her to self destruction, low self-esteem and a complete disregard for school and teachers. i truly believe that was the path she was on.
What you all have done for her in this past year is nothing short of amazing, it has been a true gift. To see her successes at school and in life has been such a joy to watch. She has confidence, she has pride and she has matured so much and become a very confident 13 year old girl ready to face school challenges and she now has a lot more opportunities ahead of her as she grows and continues school and eventually a promising career path.
When I think of the countless phone calls and emails I received from her teachers in grade 6 about her behaviour, about her inability to learn, about her lack of effort and that she all but shut down to everything to do with her learning, her poor results on her report cards. And then a few short months later after she was with you, when she was in grade 7 the incredible positive phone calls and emails from her teachers and the positive report cards that had me constantly shaking my head saying... are they sure they have the right girl?? Who is this girly who has replaced my daughter.
I am so proud of Jessica I can't even begin to explain to her how much she has changed, I am not sure she realizes it yet but I know someday she will cross your paths again and she will be able to say that this experience changed her life and made her who she is. I would lay money on it. She is a wonderful girl and I am so proud of how hard she worked and the efforts that she made to really make sure she got the most of her time with you all. She couldn't have done it with out you all, your friendly, positive, no pressure way of approaching learning is amazing.
I hope that we have out grown your services, but I am comforted to know that if we need your help, you will be there. We will make it a point to stop in a visit once in a while and will do our best to keep you updated on Jessica's life.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done. We will miss you so much.
Lots of love,
Kim S.

Kim S.

Oxford Learning has helped me with my English work. I never realized it but everything they have been getting me to do has helped with what I am doing in school. Oxford Learning is very fun when you try your hardest!
Jessica Age 13

Jessica Age 13

I like Oxford Learning because it’s fun! I like learning blends. My teacher, Kelli, helps me learn.
Storme Age 7

Storme Age 7

Oxford Learning teaches me a lot of stuff in language and math. In English, for example, they teach me about conjunctions. In math they help with whatever I’m having trouble with. They teach me things that I’ve never learned before. They even help me with homework and projects when I need it.
Ryan Age 12

Ryan Age 12

The changes we have seen in our 8 year-old son since he started in the after-school program at Oxford Learning are absolutely remarkable. He started the program with good reading skills but minimal interest in challenging himself with books or writing anything of substance. He now asks to write in his journal before bed and is working on a "chapter book" at school about a pirate adventure! His handwriting has improved drastically, as has the care and pride he takes in his work generally. He has developed a love for reading and writing that is priceless, and we can't thank the wonderful teachers Oxford Learning enough for instilling that in him.
Wendy M

Wendy M

Oxford Learning turned out to be the answer to our 8 year old son’s reading confidence issues. The feedback we received after his initial assessment clearly pinpointed areas for development, and the plan for addressing the deficits was geared to his specific issues. Staff were available and willing to answer any of our questions, and were very flexible as far as scheduling to meet our needs. They were very positive about his progress, and were well able to demonstrate the gains he was making along the way. His first report card three months after starting at Oxford Learning was proof-positive that it was making a significant difference in his academic performance. Oxford Learning was time and money well-spent.
Vicki B.

Vicki B.

A few words from some of our parents…
Hi Lorelei, this email is long overdue. As you know we had Sebastian enrolled in Oxford Learning for the last year or so. It all started when his fall report card for Grade 4 came home and his comprehension and writing was a C and his teacher told us that it was on the decline. There was some genuine concern as if he did not improve, by Grade 6 and higher he was in real jeopardy of some definite struggles. My wife and I sat down and looked into all our options. In the beginning I was naive enough to think I could turn this around myself, with extra attention and help. Boy was I wrong! So we decided to enroll him in Oxford Learning. I guess I could go on about his time there, but I think it is easiest to say - the rest is history. By the end of his Grade 4 year and his final report card, his mark was an A! A complete turn around. Well, he is now almost finished Grade 5 and I know he is thriving in all his writing and assignments - he actually sits down and writes 3 - 5 page stories, whereas before we were lucky to get 3-5 lines on a page. He loves putting his creativity and imagination to print and has really shown a complete turnaround.
In summary, I guess what I am trying to say is THANK YOU! You have all been amazing, Sebastian absolutely loved his time at Oxford - he did not see it as extra school work or a chore, he looked forward to going and was bittersweet when he learned he was done. We are very proud of him and extremely thankful for all of you and the AMAZING work that you do.
Simon H

Careers with Tutor Hammonds Plains

Part-Time Teacher (French an Asset)

Part-Time Teacher (French an Asset)

Be a hero and make lasting educational impressions in little one's lives.

Oxford Learning HRM is looking for a passionate, creative, energetic, fun loving professional who enjoys working with children and helping them to build strong academic skills.

About our centres:

Our centre goes beyond tutoring, to help ignite a child's interest in learning, not just for one school year, but for a lifetime. Our unique approach to learning, designed by educational experts, is based on over 25 years of experience and proven scientific research into how children actually learn. At the centre, learning is about knowing, really understanding, how to integrate and retain new information.

About the Position:

Oxford Learning HRM (Bedford, Halifax & Hammonds Plains) has an opening for an upbeat, dynamic teacher who wants to work in a rewarding teaching environment. Candidates must possess a strong passion for seeing students succeed and must be comfortable teaching students ranging in age from Kindergarten to Grade 8 in English and Math.

Requirements:

Dynamic, upbeat and energetic personality

Experience working with children

Education with a focus on elementary/junior high grades or other equivalent credentials is an asset

Strong communication skills, written and oral, fluency in English is a must, French an asset

Strong decision making and planning skills

A team player who enjoys working with others

Highly organized, able to multi-task and think on your feet

Must be available two evenings a week from 3-7 and possibly Saturday mornings

If you have a passion for learning, and love helping children reach their potential, please forward your resume, Attention Lorelei, to bedford@oxfordlearning.com

Our Team Members

Shelley

Shelley

Education Director

"After 10 years with Oxford Learning, I can look back and clearly see that our students have brought me down my current path and developed my passion for teaching students with learning difficulties. Showing all learners that they can experience real success is my goal."
It feels like just yesterday that Shelley joined the Oxford Learning team as a part-time teacher and now she is the Education Director for H.R.M. During the more than 10 years she has been with our team, Shelley has partaken in our growth from one small center in Halifax to three amazing centres with the growth of Bedford and Hammonds Plains. She completed her Science and Education degrees and will obtain her MEd in Literacy in 2015. Outside of Oxford, Shelley can be found chasing around her two young sons and subjecting them to her passion for phonics and reading.

Emily

Emily

Education Director

"I love coming to work every day, watching our students learn, grow, and succeed. I consider myself lucky to be able to have a positive impact on this generation."
Emily has been working with children for more than 15 years. She studied History at Dalhousie followed by Education at the University of Maine. She has taught in both public and private institutions, and has been with Oxford for 6 years, currently as the Education Director in Bedford. Emily loves playing guitar, board games, and cooking.

Kelsey

Kelsey

Education Coordinator

"I enjoy being part of a place where students develop a passion for learning that they can’t get anywhere else. I love being able to help students set and achieve their goals."
Kelsey has been at Oxford for the last year. She began tutoring in secondary school, which ultimately lead to the decision to teach professionally. She attended Nipissing University for Biology and Education. She has a passion for teaching, hiking, the natural sciences, and coffee.

Rosey

Rosey

Little Readers Teacher

"I love the energy and commitment of all the teachers and staff at Oxford, as well as the collaborative atmosphere and helpful advice from my coworkers."
Rosey has been part of the Oxford team for just over a year. She has been teaching for 22 years, primarily in the private sector, and ran her own home-based pre-school. She earned her first degree at MSVU then studied in Mexico, earning a diploma in Spanish and a certificate in Child Studies. She began teaching in Mexico in 1992 when she was approached by a school to teach grade 4, and has been teaching ever since! She enjoys crafts, interior design, and has a passion for volunteering in her community. Her compassion, patience, and understanding are key components of her success as a teacher.

Jenna

Jenna

Teacher

"I was born to do it. It's not a job, it's a passion."(On teaching)
Jenna is a returning member of the Oxford Learning team. She has worked in education for 7 years; first as a private tutor, then at Oxford, then for the Fort McMurray Public School Board, teaching public school for 4 years. She is passionate about teaching, French, languages, and running. She is currently studying Speech Language Pathology.

Dayna

Dayna

Teacher

"The part I love about being a part of Oxford is seeing the look on a student's face when they notice their own improvement."
Dayna has been at Oxford for 2 years. Seeing her younger sister grow and learn sparked her interest in teaching. She studied at MSVU and has a background in Social Studies and Education. She is currently working at a private school, teaching English and Core French. Her interests include baking, crochet, and helping others. She is passionate about working with kids and celebrating their success.

Jessalyn

Jessalyn

Teacher

"We are passionate about creating a positive learning environment for our students and making a difference in their personal and academic lives."
Jessalyn has been part of Oxford Learning for over a year. She loves to read, write, play sports, and spend time with family and friends. While taking her BA at St. FX, she volunteered as a tutor and skating coach. Jessalyn has always dreamed of being a teacher, and went from teaching a classroom full of stuffed animals as a child to earning an Education degree from Ottawa University and putting it to use every day.

Shannon

Shannon

Teacher

"I love how rewarding this job is, especially when we see a student excited about being in the centre learning."
Shannon has been at Oxford for nearly a year. She is a former student of Oxford who attended for math in high school. She will never forget the day she earned a 90% on her math exam. She began working with kids at a young age and loves helping people learn. Her background is in French and Biology, and she studied Education at Universite Saint-Anne. Shannon is an avid reader, and enjoys travelling around Nova Scotia and visiting places she has never been.

Brad

Brad

Teacher

"The students I teach at Oxford are an inspiration to me when they are willing to face their unique obstacles to learning and overcome them. I love being a part of that process, and seeing students become confident, self-sufficient learners."
Brad has been teaching at Oxford for approximately one year. He has 7 years experience teaching various ages ranging from elementary to university. His interests include small-scale farming, reading, cooking, biking, and outdoor adventure. He has a BA in Religious Studies, MA in Classics, and MA in Theology. While studying, Brad developed an enthusiasm for learning that he hopes to be able pass on to his students.

Louise

Louise

Teacher

"I love being part of a team where everyone is committed to making a difference in the lives of their students. Oxford's supportive and exciting environment is palpable to everyone who enters our doors."
Louise has been at Oxford for nearly a year. She has a BA and MA in English Literature, and there are few things she enjoys more than a good book. She teaches both English and French at Oxford, and this is her third year working as a teaching assistant at Dalhousie University. She also coached swimming for many years. Her own passion for learning drew her to the teaching profession.